Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—Loose steering coupling prompts Mercedes-Benz to recall nearly 4K vehicles, (Sep 4, 2025)
Organizations Mentioned:Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
By Joe Cox, J.D.
Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling approximately 3,749 2023-2026 EQE and GLC vehicles because the steering coupling bolt may have been improperly tightened, allowing the steering coupling to loosen from the steering rack. A loose steering coupling can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 25V533, Report receipt date: Aug. 20, 2025)).
Remedy. Dealers will tighten the steering coupling bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2025.
Contact information. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Companies: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
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